Community Development & Employment Grants

Last updated October 29, 2026

Grantable tracks 3,253 active community development & employment grants in its free grants database, drawn from state and foundation sources and updated daily. 74 of them have a verified open deadline or accept applications on a rolling basis. 1,478 list an award amount, with a median of $30K.

Grants tracked: 3,253; from 1,981 funders
Median award: $30K; middle half $10K–$150K
Total listed funding: $515.8M; across 1,478 grants that list an amount
Rolling deadlines: 130; 146 with a published date

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Economic - Catalyst Program State Not published · $300 – $50M Projects that address transportation, telecommunications, energy, and basic public infrastructure; business and workforce development; health care, nutrition and food security, and other public services; resource conservation; tourism…	Not published	$300 – $50M
ACA Conservation, Community, and Education Grants Alberta Conservation Association (ACA) · Foundation Not published · Up to $40K The ACA Conservation, Community, and Education Grants support projects that conserve and enhance Alberta's fish, wildlife, and habitats.	Not published	Up to $40K
The Racial Equity and Community Partnership Grant Program Northwestern University · Foundation Not published · $25K – $65K The Racial Equity and Community Partnership Grant Program, managed by Northwestern University, aims to foster partnerships between community organizations and the university to address racial inequities.	Not published	$25K – $65K
Daniel P. Amos Family Foundation Grant The Daniel P Amos Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Daniel P. Amos Family Foundation Grant aims to glorify God by supporting charitable organizations that improve community conditions.	Not published	Varies
The CRAYON Fund Central Baltimore Partnership Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $500 The CRAYON Fund (Cool Resources Accessible for Youth Opportunities in Neighborhoods), run by Central Baltimore Partnership, provides event-based micro-grants of up to $500 that support activities and projects that broaden resident…	Not published	Up to $500
Bolton Foundation/IMA Foundation grant - California Grant Ima Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $20K The Bolton Foundation is transitioning to the IMA Foundation grant program, enhancing collaboration and increasing funding potential for California-based nonprofits.	Not published	Up to $20K
Lawrence County Community Foundation Grant Foundation for Appalachian Ohio · Foundation Not published · $500 – $5K The Lawrence County Community Foundation (LCCF) is now accepting grant applications until September 10.	Not published	$500 – $5K
Downtown Revitalization and Business Assistance Project Executive - Division of Small Business · State Not published · Varies	Not published	Varies
Robert D. and Marcia H. Randall Charitable Trust Grant The Robert D and Marcia H Randall · Foundation Not published · Varies The Robert D. and Marcia H. Randall Charitable Trust aims to enhance the lives of people in the Pacific Northwest by funding organizations that support education, youth development, and community building.	Not published	Varies
Limited Gaming Impact Grant (CO) Colorado Department of Local Affairs · Foundation Not published · Varies The Limited Gaming Impact Grant Program aims to support local governments in Colorado, specifically in areas negatively affected by limited stakes gaming, such as Cripple Creek, Black Hawk, and Central City.	Not published	Varies
Meyerhoff Family Charitable Funds Grant The Joseph Meyerhoff Fund Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Meyerhoff Family Charitable Funds focus on supporting organizations that enhance the quality of life in Baltimore City and the local Jewish community.	Not published	Varies
Miami Fellows Class XII Grant The Miami Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Miami Fellows Class XII is a transformative 15-month leadership program designed for individuals under 45 who are committed to enhancing Greater Miami.	Not published	Varies
Wright Family Foundation Grant Wright Family Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · From $100K The Wright Family Foundation Grant aims to support neighborhood revitalization, job creation, and educational opportunities in Schenectady County, NY.	Not published	From $100K
Awesome Foundation - Local Chapter Grants The Awesome Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K The Awesome Foundation offers Local Chapter Grants of $1000 to individuals and groups for innovative projects that enhance community engagement.	Not published	$1K
Silver Bay Charitable Fund Grant Duluth-Superior Area Community Foundation · Foundation Not published · $1K – $10K The Silver Bay Charitable Fund Grant aims to support low-income communities through initiatives in the arts, education, community, and economic development.	Not published	$1K – $10K
Wisconsin Public Service Foundation: Local Community Grant Program Wisconsin Public Service Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Wisconsin Public Service Foundation offers Local Community Grants to support initiatives that enhance community development, health, arts, education, and the environment.	Not published	Varies
Janesville Generations Fund Grant Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Janesville Generations Fund Grant, managed by The Community Foundation of Southern Wisconsin, aims to support the Janesville community through various charitable funds.	Not published	Varies
Community-Driven Strategies to End Hunger Initiative Good Shepherd Food Bank · Foundation Not published · $100K Work with local communities to identify and invest in solutions to each area's unique food access challenges. The program engages regional stakeholders to develop strategies to close the meal gap in local areas.	Not published	$100K
Sidewalks and Trails Grant Program - >5,000 population Kansas Department of Commerce · Foundation Not published · Up to $800K The Sidewalks and Trails Grant Program, managed by the Kansas Department of Commerce, aims to enhance community engagement and health by funding the construction of sidewalks and trails linked to recreational facilities.	Not published	Up to $800K
The Pat Landi Access Fund Grant Alloy Development Co Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Pat Landi Access Fund aims to enhance local economic development in Butler and Warren Counties, Ohio, by investing in small business initiatives.	Not published	Up to $10K
Mid-Hudson Valley Designated Grants The Dyson Foundation · Foundation Not published · Varies The Mid-Hudson Valley Designated Grants program, funded by the Dyson Foundation, supports nonprofit organizations in Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Orange, Putnam, and Ulster counties.	Not published	Varies
Development Loan Program Gulf Coast Electric Cooperative · Foundation Not published · $10K – $740K Provides zero-interest loans and grants to Rural Utilities Service (RUS) financed telephone and electric utilities to promote rural economic development and job creation projects.	Not published	$10K – $740K
Longwood Foundation Grant Longwood Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Varies The Longwood Foundation, established in 1937, supports nonprofit organizations in Delaware and Kennett Square. It seeks to enhance community quality of life by funding proposals that align with local missions.	Not published	Varies
Beckley Area Foundation Community Grant Program Beckley Area Foundation Inc · Foundation Not published · Up to $10K The Beckley Area Foundation Community Grant Program supports charitable organizations in Raleigh County by providing discretionary grants focused on pressing community needs.	Not published	Up to $10K

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About community development grants

Community development grants fund efforts to revitalize neighborhoods through affordable housing, public facilities, infrastructure, business assistance, and services for low- and moderate-income residents. HUD's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, authorized under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, is the flagship federal source, providing formula grants to states, cities, and counties. National intermediaries like LISC and Enterprise Community Partners, plus the Treasury's CDFI Fund, channel additional capital into community development.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much money do community development & employment grants award?

Of the 3,253 community development & employment grants Grantable lists as of October 29, 2026, 1,478 publish an award amount. The median listed award is $30K, and the middle half fall between $10K and $150K. The largest is $10M. Amounts are each grant's stated maximum, so a typical award can be smaller.

Which funders offer the most community development & employment grants?

By number of active listings, the leading funders are Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (23), Economic Development Authority (22), Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development (21), Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO) (17), and Foundation for Appalachian Ohio (16). In all, 1,981 funders have at least one active grant in this category.

When are community development & employment grants due?

Of 3,253 grants listed, 130 accept applications on a rolling basis, 146 have a published upcoming deadline, 427 run on a stated cycle (such as annual or quarterly) without a published date, and 2,550 don't publish a deadline, so check the funder's site. Among dated deadlines, 48% fall in October–December.

What community development grants are available?

Eligible community development activities include housing rehabilitation and development, micro-enterprise and business assistance, infrastructure, public facilities, planning, public services, and removal of architectural barriers. The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) is the primary federal program, supplemented by funding from intermediaries and foundations. Projects generally must benefit low- and moderate-income communities.

Who funds community development?

HUD administers the Community Development Block Grant program, distributing formula grants to states, cities, and counties that then fund local projects. National community development intermediaries such as LISC and Enterprise Community Partners, along with the U.S. Treasury's CDFI Fund and local community foundations, provide loans and grants. Most CDBG funds reach nonprofits through their local or state government.

How does a nonprofit access CDBG funds?

CDBG dollars flow from HUD to your city, county, or state, which run their own application cycles and consolidated planning processes; nonprofits apply to that local jurisdiction rather than directly to HUD. Identify whether your community is an "entitlement" city or county or is served through the state program, then track that jurisdiction's annual action plan and application timeline. Aligning your project with the jurisdiction's stated priorities is essential.

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